Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
St Marys Kenmure
St Marys Road
Bishopbriggs
G64 2EH
Contact
John Ryan
Telephone
+44 1415861200
Fax
+44 1415861200
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UK - United Kingdom
National registration number
N/A
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA30769
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
Access to the procurement documents is restricted. Further information can be obtained at
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted to the above-mentioned address
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Education
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
ST Marys Kenmure IT Service and Support RFP
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
St Mary’s Kenmure (SMK) is a specialist secure youth care facility in Glasgow that provides a safe environment for the care and education of up to 24 young people referred through courts and children’s hearings. SMK relies on robust IT systems to support its educational, administrative, and care services. This Request for Proposal (RFP) invites qualified IT service providers to bid for a three-year contract to deliver comprehensive IT support and services to SMK. The aim is to ensure reliable day-to-day IT operations, strengthen technical capabilities, and align IT services with SMK’s needs and compliance obligations.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £50,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM81 - East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire and Helensburgh & Lomond
Main site or place of performance
ST Marys Kenmure
St Marys Road
Bishopbriggs
Glasgow
G64 2EH
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
St Mary’s Kenmure (SMK) is a specialist secure youth care facility in Glasgow that provides a safe environment for the care and education of up to 24 young people referred through courts and children’s hearings. SMK relies on robust IT systems to support its educational, administrative, and care services. This Request for Proposal (RFP) invites qualified IT service providers to bid for a three-year contract to deliver comprehensive IT support and services to SMK. The aim is to ensure reliable day-to-day IT operations, strengthen technical capabilities, and align IT services with SMK’s needs and compliance obligations.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
12
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
Annually based on performance
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
30 January 2026
Local time
4:00pm
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Tender must be valid until: 30 April 2026
four.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date
30 April 2026
Local time
9:00am
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.3) Additional information
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=815585.
Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows:
1. Skills, Training & Education
Provide free digital skills workshops for local residents (e.g., basic IT literacy, cybersecurity awareness, CV building).
Offer guest talks or demonstrations at local schools or colleges.
Supply short online training modules or access to e-learning content for community groups.
Host “introduction to coding” sessions for young people.
2. Support for Local Employment
Provide one work-experience placement for a student or jobseeker.
Offer mentoring or job-shadowing for those interested in IT careers.
Participate in local careers fairs or STEM events.
3. Support for Local Businesses & Third Sector
Provide free or discounted IT advice sessions for local charities or small businesses.
Deliver a cybersecurity health check for a local non-profit group.
Offer pro bono troubleshooting for community organisations (limited, sensible scope).
4. Volunteering
Volunteer staff time to support community technology projects (e.g., setting up devices, advising on software).
Participate in local digital inclusion initiatives by helping residents use online public services.
5. Environmental Commitments
Ensure unused equipment is donated, securely wiped, and reused by a charity.
Implement or contribute to a device recycling programme.
Reduce carbon impact by using energy-efficient hosting or cloud resources.
6. Inclusive & Ethical Practices
Commitment to fair work, equality and diversity in recruitment.
Ensure the project uses accessible digital standards (WCAG-compliant design).
Support community groups focused on digital accessibility or inclusion.
7. Knowledge Sharing with the Client
Provide free documentation or training materials beyond contractual minimums.
Deliver post-project handover workshops to upskill the client’s staff.
(SC Ref:815585)
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Glasgow Sheriff Court
PO Box 23, 1 Carlton Place
Glasgow
G5 9DA
Telephone
+44 4298888
Country
United Kingdom